Springbrook State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Springbrook State Park near Guthrie Center, Iowa, is a terrific place for a water adventure on the Raccoon River. This park, which opened in 1926, is one of the oldest state parks in Iowa. Nearby, Lake Panorama is the largest private lake in the state. The Saints Center for Culture and the Arts was once voted the most beautiful church in Iowa, and it is now a terrific place to see local artwork. Pay tribute to those who served their country by stopping at the Guthrie County Freedom Rock and those who pioneered this area by visiting the Amish barn quilts.
Spring 47-78 F
Summer 57-85 F
Fall 24-80 F
Winter 16-41 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Springbrook State Park
Non-electrical and electrical campsites are available at Springbrook State Park. Some of the campsites are ADA-accessible. A dump station and potable water are available during warmer months. Campers can use a shower house with modern restrooms from about mid-April to the end of October. A camp store is open on weekends during the summer. Next to the main campground is a youth camping area. The campground is open all year long.
What to Do at
Springbrook State Park
Springbrook State Park is a wonderful place to play on the Middle Raccoon River. You can also kyack and canoe on the 17-acre lake. If you are a hiking enthusiast, you look forward to exploring over 12 miles of trails winding through the park's 900 acres. Additionally, this park has a beach for swimmers and two reservable picnic shelters for people planning a large gathering.
Fishing
Springbrook State Park is a fantastic place to go fishing in the Middle Racoon River for crappie, largemouth bass, bluegill, sunfish, and catfish. There is a boat ramp near the river. This park's 17-acre lake is also a great place to go fishing. There are two docks and two fishing jetties. Note that gas-powered motors are not allowed on the water in this park.
Nature Watching
Deer are abundant in Springbrook State Park, especially in the southwest corner. The park's wooded area is also home to owls, eagles, deer, coyotes, turkeys, raccoons, opossums, foxes, chipmunks, squirrels, beetles, and butterflies. Visitors must stay out of the area severely damaged in a severe windstorm in August 2020 as the state works to demolish some structurally unsound buildings.
Flora and Fauna
The land where Springbrook State Park sits was part of the Des Moines Lobe, and you will love seeing the steep sides of the Middle Racoon River as you wander along the trails in this park. These steep areas were carved by melting glacier ice about 12,000 years ago. The event led to the formation of prairie potholes, where tall grasses and marsh plants thrive. The area is a popular breeding ground for geese and ducks. Further from the river, you will see flat lands covered with smaller plants.
Hiking
The Springbrook State Park Loop is an awesome place to go hiking. Start near the boat ramp near the lake's southwest side. Head up the stairs and hike along the Buck's Run Trail. Once you reach its end, cross over the drive and hike along the Fire Loop, which runs by several buildings constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. Part of this trail may be closed due to storm damage. Finish the hike by getting on the main trail, which runs through the campground.
Biking
Go for a bike ride along this park's drive to enjoy the park's beautiful scenery. Start at the park's visitor center so you can warm up your legs in the park's flatter area. Then, continue to follow the road to see stunning lake views and wooded areas from the switchbacks.
How to Get to
Springbrook State Park
From Guthrie Center, Iowa start by going north on Iowa 25 for about 7.3 miles. Turn right on County Highway F25, and you will see the park in about 1.6 miles.
Entering Springbrook State Park
There are parking lots scattered throughout Springbrook State Park, including at least three large ones with ADA-compliant parking spaces. One is near the boat ramp in the park's southwest center. Another one is near the historic buildings currently being demolished because of storm damage, near the park's center. The third one is near the visitor center. You can bike, hike, or enter the park in a car.
Springbrook State Park Entry Fee : $0.0
Frequently Asked Questions About Springbrook State Park
Spring is a fantastic time to visit Springbrook State Park. It is the ideal time to see this park's woodland flowers blooming, and the fishing is at its peak.
Visitors may see owls, eagles, deer, coyotes, turkeys, raccoons, opossums, foxes, chipmunks, squirrels, beetles, and butterflies. Deer are also abundant at this park, and birders can spot a variety of songbirds, raptors, and waterfowl.
There are 109 RV camping spots at Springbrook State Park. While sites with electricity are available in the warmer months, utilities are turned off in the winter.
Reservations are recommended at Springbrook State Park. Camping fees start at about $6 per night or $42 per week.
Pets are allowed at Springbrook State Park, and you can take them with you on the hiking trails. They must be on a leash, and you are expected to clean up any pet waste.